Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Low Calorie)
Indulge in the deliciousness of Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors that make for a satisfying meal. With only 161 calories per serving, these low-calorie wraps are not only rich in protein but also quick to prepare, making them ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep. Featuring juicy diced chicken enveloped in crisp sweet gem lettuce and drizzled with a homemade teriyaki glaze, each bite offers a crunchy texture and umami goodness. Whether served as an appetizer, snack, or main course, these wraps are versatile enough to impress at any gathering or simply delight your taste buds during lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (preferably low sodium)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- Sweet gem lettuce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Green onion (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, ginger, and minced garlic in a bowl until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until slightly brown on one side (about 5 minutes). Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble your wraps by laying out sweet gem lettuce leaves and filling each with the teriyaki chicken mixture. Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 161
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 602mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg